Description
McShane Construction is seeking an experienced Preconstruction Manager for primarily multifamily projects. The Preconstruction Manager is responsible for preliminary budgeting, schedules, bidding process, procurement, prequalification of subcontractors, detailed take-off and estimating, definition of bid packages, value engineering, and assisting in project buy-out. Establishes and maintains a strong relationship with the Owner, designers, and subcontractors.
Responsibilities:
- Develop conceptual budget estimates and outline spec based on preliminary project information
- Take lead and put together proposals for submittal
- Lead value engineering process
- Advise clients on design decisions which affect cost. Recommend alternate options
- Participate in and document design coordination meetings
- Manage MEPFP design build process
- Resolve issues with plans and specifications during the design management stage and buyout process.
- Prepare contract exhibits
- Provide project hand off to operations team
- Perform preconstruction responsibilities for multiple project
- Prepare conceptual (in-house) through GMP estimates
- Manage subcontractor bid solicitations
- Prepare and review bid tabulations
- Make early/major trade awards and recommendations
- Develop/modify and maintain Excel-based conceptual estimating model with historical costs
- Maintain, and monitor a qualified subcontractor list for all trades.
- Review, interpret, and accurately estimate the scope of assigned projects as described in the project documents
- Develop trade specific scope sheets for each bid package on assigned projects
- Develop detailed budget estimates by performing accurate quantity take off per contract documents and provide pricing inputs from subcontractors/vendors
- Solicit and follow-up subcontractor/vendor bids or quotations.
- Assemble and analyze subcontractor/vendor bids or quotations and prepare subcontractor analysis sheets for each trade
- Assist the project management team in selecting and awarding subcontractors/vendors to ensure a successful buyout/handoff
- Develop and nurture subcontractor/vendor and client relationships.
- Prepare development time line and schedule for assigned projects
- Compile and maintain current and historic market rates and unit pricing
- Able to coordinate bid/estimating efforts with project management teams.
- Assist in the development, training, and career growth of junior staff members
Requirements
- B.S. in Construction Management, Construction Science, Construction Engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of education and field experience
- 4+ years preconstruction or estimating experience
- Must have thorough competency in On-Screen Takeoff or similar estimating software
- Ability and experience in developing Conceptual Budgeting for various product types, with full divisional breakdown from very limited program information or documents. Often, this is necessary to perform from a single site plan
- Ability to communicate effectively and work productively with Owners, project professionals, and field and office staff
- Ability to proactively identify problems and propose possible solutions
- Ability to use the Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
No Agency Inquiries Please
The McShane Companies (McShane Construction Company, Cadence McShane Construction Company, and Conor Commercial Real Estate) do not accept unsolicited resumes, candidates’ names or summaries from staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters. The McShane Companies will not pay a placement fee in connection with any such unsolicited resumes.
We are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, religion, marital status, age, color, sex, disability/handicap, national origin or ancestry, income level or source of income, arrest record or conviction record, less than honorable discharge, gender identity, physical appearance, sexual orientation, political beliefs, or student status.
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Skills Required
- B.S. in Construction Management, Construction Science, Construction Engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of education and field experience
- 4+ years preconstruction or estimating experience
- Thorough competency in On-Screen Takeoff or similar estimating software
- Ability and experience in developing conceptual budgeting with full divisional breakdown from limited program information
- Ability to communicate effectively and work productively with owners, project professionals, and field and office staff
- Ability to proactively identify problems and propose possible solutions
- Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
McShane Construction Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about McShane Construction Company and has not been reviewed or approved by McShane Construction Company.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive for many roles, with descriptors such as competitive or great and role-specific allowances adding tangible value. Competitiveness appears stronger in certain roles and locations, aligning with project mix and market conditions.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is presented as fully covered, and a winter holiday shutdown is highlighted as additional family time. These elements position family support as a material part of the total rewards.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Vehicle or gas allowances, occasional provided meals, and student-loan assistance are cited as practical, everyday-value perks. Emphasis on safety, development, and community engagement further supports overall wellbeing.
McShane Construction Company Insights
What We Do
Founded 40 years ago, we’re proud to have built a reputation as a leader in the construction of high-quality facilities. Our clients are a diverse group – so we provide a diverse set of contracting options and work with them to find the right solutions for their projects. This ensures the right fit for our clients’ business requirements and organizational cultures. We build projects in the multi-family, industrial, commercial, health & fitness and institutional markets. We improve the supply chain management process, increase operational efficiencies and build environments that foster creativity. Our commitment to sustainable construction helps improve the communities in which we build. The structures we create provide our clients with more than just a building – we deliver an environment that enables them to achieve their goals.
